For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 835 students in 42503, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 42503, KY are Northern Middle School and Eagle Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 42503 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 42503, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42503, KY Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northern Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
650 Oak Leaf Lane
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 678-5230
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 678-5230
Gr: 6-8 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Eagle Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 Chandler St
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1303
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1303
Gr: 6-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
42503, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Pulaski Central High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
500 Chandler St
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 677-9986
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 677-9986
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 42503, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 42503, KY include Northern Middle School and Eagle Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 42503?
2 public middle schools are located in 42503.
What is the racial composition of students in 42503?
42503 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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